Louisville’s Smoketown neighborhood is celebrating the grand opening of the long-awaited Blueprint 502 Smoketown Community Center this month. The event, open to all and free of charge, will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 538 E. Breckinridge Street. Enjoy a tour of the building and a glimpse into the future of community-driven support and opportunity. This state-of-the-art facility, built by the local nonprofit Blueprint 502, will act as a vital hub for innovation, education, and empowerment in one of Louisville’s most historic neighborhoods. Formerly known as YouthBuild Louisville, Blueprint 502 has served the city’s young people for over two decades, helping them reclaim their education, build career skills, and develop as leaders through service and civic engagement.

Guests attending the grand opening will be able to meet the Blueprint 502 team and learn how the facility will support youth and families through programs like workforce training, mentorship, and wraparound services. The celebration follows an earlier VIP ribbon-cutting ceremony and represents a proud milestone for both the organization and the wider community. The new center reflects years of hard work and a shared vision of building brighter futures through education, skill-building, and strong community ties. It is designed to meet the needs of young adults who are out of school and out of work, offering them a path forward with tools and support that are both practical and deeply rooted in compassion.

Organizers invite everyone to be a part of this historic day and to witness firsthand how Smoketown is creating a space where young people can thrive, families can find support, and neighbors can come together to build lasting change. Visit www.blueprint502.org for more information.